Pronunciation

/həˈloʊ/

Definitions

• Noun: A term used to express friendliness, greet, or acknowledge someone’s presence. For example: “The children exchanged hellos as they passed by.”
• Verb: To say “hello” or greet someone with a friendly salutation. For example: “She greeted her colleagues with a hearty hello each morning.”
• Interjection: Expressing a friendly greeting, attention, or surprise. For example: “Hello, sunshine! It’s such a beautiful day today.”

Phrases

• “Hello, my dear” is a formal or affectionate way to greet someone close.
• “Hello there, stranger” can be used to address someone unexpectedly.
• “Hello, and welcome” is a polite expression for welcoming guests.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “His cheerful hello brightened up the entire office.”
• Verb: “After a long day, it was nice to hear a familiar hello from my neighbor.”
• Interjection: “Hello, I hope you’re having a fantastic day!”

Synonyms

• Hi
• Hey
• Greetings
• Salutations
• Hola
• Yo!
• Ahoy
• Howdy (informal, mainly American)
• Aloha (Polynesian)